Narrative Quote by George Armstrong Custer
“My purpose is to make my narrative as truthful as possible.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Letter to his wife, 1868
He wants his story told honestly, without embellishment or deceit.
In simple terms: Tell my story truthfully.
Prioritize honesty in storytelling.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- writing memoirs
- documentary filmmaking
- personal branding
- historical research
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you verify the truth of your own narrative?
- What compromises might honesty demand?
Truth can be subjective; memory may be unreliable.